People Who Died in 665
Fructuosus of Braga
Archbishop and saint of Braga
Died
April 16th, 665 1360 years ago — None years old
Fructuosus served as the Archbishop of Braga during the early medieval period. He played a significant role in the Christianization of the region, contributing to the establishment and consolidation of the faith in what is now Portugal. His leadership in the Church included the promotion of monasticism and the establishment of various ecclesiastical reforms. Recognized for his piety and dedication to the faith, he became a significant religious figure. After death, he was canonized and later revered as a saint in the Catholic Church.
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